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What Is High Quality CPR?

Learn how to deliver high quality CPR and why it is essential for survival during cardiac arrest. Save lives with confidence.

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In a sudden cardiac arrest emergency, high quality CPR can mean the difference between life and death. When delivered correctly, it keeps blood flowing to the brain and heart, giving the person the best possible chance of survival until a defibrillator or emergency help arrives.

At Defib Supplies, we are committed to educating the public and supporting first responders. This guide explains what high quality CPR is, why it matters, and how you can deliver it effectively.

What Is High Quality CPR?

High quality CPR is a set of techniques used to support circulation during cardiac arrest. It goes beyond simply pressing on the chest. It is about using the right method, at the right speed and depth, to keep oxygen circulating through the body.

According to the Resuscitation Council UK, high quality CPR involves:

  • Pressing hard in the centre of the chest, at least 5 centimetres deep and no more than 6 centimetres

  • Compressing at a rate of 100 to 120 times per minute

  • Allowing the chest to fully rise between compressions

  • Keeping interruptions to an absolute minimum

  • Ensuring correct hand placement and body position

These guidelines apply to adult casualties and form the foundation of effective emergency care.

Why High Quality CPR Saves Lives

When the heart stops, oxygen-rich blood stops flowing to the brain and other vital organs. Every minute without CPR reduces the chance of survival by 10 percent. After ten minutes, the likelihood of survival is extremely low.

High quality CPR keeps blood moving, even when the heart has stopped. It helps delay brain damage and increases the effectiveness of a defibrillator shock. Without high quality CPR, even the most advanced defibrillator may not restore a normal rhythm.

Early CPR combined with defibrillation is the most effective response to sudden cardiac arrest in public or workplace settings.

CPR and Defibrillation Work Together

CPR buys time. A defibrillator restarts the heart. Neither works well alone. Both are essential in the chain of survival.

When you perform high quality CPR while someone else fetches the nearest automated external defibrillator, such as the iPAD SP1 Fully Automatic AED, you increase the chances of survival significantly.

AEDs like the ZOLL AED Plus also provide real time prompts to guide chest compressions and can help maintain the correct rhythm and depth during CPR.

What Makes CPR Effective?

Performing effective CPR means sticking to five key principles:

  1. Push hard and fast– Aim for 100 to 120 compressions per minute

  2. Ensure full chest recoil– Let the chest rise fully between compressions

  3. Avoid pauses– Do not stop unless absolutely necessary

  4. Give proper rescue breaths if trained– Two breaths after every 30 compressions

  5. Stay calm and focused– Follow voice prompts from an AED if available

These actions help maintain circulation until medical professionals arrive.

Training Improves CPR Technique

Anyone can learn to deliver high quality CPR. While doing something is always better than nothing, proper training can make a big difference. First aid courses such as Emergency First Aid at Work include practical CPR training to build confidence and muscle memory.

Whether you are in a school, business, or public setting, trained staff are more likely to step in and perform CPR correctly under pressure.

Tools That Support High Quality CPR

In addition to training, certain tools can improve CPR outcomes:

AEDs with metronomes or voice prompts are especially useful for untrained responders and ensure chest compressions remain consistent.

Enhance CPR Quality with the Progetti Chest-eR Device

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The Progetti Chest-eR is an innovative device designed to assist in delivering high quality CPR. It provides real-time visual feedback through luminous indicators, guiding rescuers to maintain the correct compression depth and rate. This ensures that each compression is both effective and safe, aligning with the guidelines set by the European Resuscitation Council and the American Heart Association.

Constructed with a unique three layer structure using non-Newtonian materials, the Chest-eR dissipates excessive force, reducing the risk of internal injuries during chest compressions. Its compact and lightweight design makes it easy to use in various emergency settings, and it operates on simple 1.5V batteries, ensuring readiness when needed.

By incorporating the Chest-eR into CPR practices, both trained professionals and laypersons can enhance the quality of chest compressions, potentially improving survival rates in cardiac arrest situations.

Refresh Your Skills Regularly

CPR is a physical skill. Over time, people tend to forget key techniques or lose confidence. Refreshing your training every year helps ensure your response is fast, correct, and effective. Practising with CPR manikins or using free NHS-endorsed digital resources can also help you stay prepared.

Be Ready to Save a Life

High quality CPR should be part of every community and workplace emergency plan. From installing defibrillators to offering regular CPR training, taking proactive steps can save lives.

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